Which Observation Would NOT Be an Indication of a Binary

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Multiple Choice

Which observation would NOT be an indication of a binary star system?

• A) The "star" appears to move in a straight line against a background field of stars.
• B) A "star" appears to become periodically dimmer and then brighter for a few hours at a time.
• C) A "star" image periodically separates into two distinct images and then blends again.
• D) The "star" appears to wiggle in its path across Earth's sky against the background stars.

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